EN 13592:2017
(Main)Plastics sacks for household waste collection - Types, requirements and test methods
Plastics sacks for household waste collection - Types, requirements and test methods
This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, test methods and requirements for sacks, bags and bin liners, made from plastic films, used for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection including collection of biodegradable waste for organic recycling (biodegradation and composting).
For the purpose of this European Standard biodegradable and compostable sacks, including ties if any, are those which comply with EN 13432.
This European standard applies only to sacks, bags and bin liners for which the first use is for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection.
NOTE For editorial reasons, in this document the terms "sack" and "bag" are synonymous.
Kunststoffsäcke für die Abfallsammlung aus Haushalten - Typen, Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Diese Europäische Norm legt die allgemeinen Merkmale, Prüfverfahren und Anforderungen für Säcke, Beutel und Müllbeutel aus Kunststofffolien fest, die für die Sammlung oder die getrennte Sammlung von Haushaltsabfällen, einschließlich der Sammlung von biologisch abbaubarem Abfall für die organische Verwertung (biologischer Abbau und Kompostierung), verwendet werden.
Für die Anwendung dieser Europäischen Norm müssen biologisch abbaubare und kompostierbare Säcke, einschließlich eventuell vorhandener Verschlussbänder, mit EN 13432 übereinstimmen.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nur für Säcke, Beutel und Müllbeutel, deren ursprünglicher Anwendungsbereich die Sammlung oder die getrennte Sammlung von Abfällen aus Haushalten ist.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für Säcke, die zum Schutz von Abfallbehältern verwendet werden und die bei der Leerung nicht angehoben werden und daher nicht über die dieselben mechanischen Eigenschaften verfügen müssen.
ANMERKUNG Aus redaktionellen Gründen werden in diesem Dokument die Begriffe "Sack" und "Beutel" synonym verwendet.
Sacs en plastique pour la collecte des déchets ménagers - Types, exigences et méthodes d'essai
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les caractéristiques générales, les méthodes d'essai et les exigences relatives aux sacs et sacs poubelles fabriqués à partir de films plastiques et utilisés pour la collecte ou la collecte sélective des déchets ménagers, y compris la collecte des déchets biodégradables en vue d'un recyclage organique (biodégradation et compostage).
Pour les besoins de la présente Norme européenne, les sacs biodégradables et compostables, y compris les liens le cas échéant, sont ceux qui sont conformes à l'EN 13432.
La présente Norme européenne s'applique uniquement aux sacs et sacs poubelles dont l'usage premier est la collecte ou la collecte sélective des déchets ménagers.
La présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux sacs utilisés pour protéger les poubelles, qui ne sont pas soulevés lors de l’opération de vidage et qui n’exigent donc pas les mêmes caractéristiques mécaniques.
NOTE Pour des raisons rédactionnelles, les termes « sack » et « bag » utilisés dans la version anglaise du présent document sont synonymes.
Plastične vreče za zbiranje odpadkov iz gospodinjstev - Vrste, zahteve in preskusne metode
Ta osnutek evropskega standarda določa splošne lastnosti, preskusne metode in zahteve za vreče, vrečke in vrečke za smeti iz plastičnih folij, ki se uporabljajo za zbiranje gospodinjskih odpadkov ali ločeno zbiranje gospodinjskih odpadkov, vključeno z zbiranjem biološko razgradljivih odpadkov za organsko recikliranje (biorazgradljivost in kompostiranje).
Za namene tega osnutka evropskega standarda so biološko razgradljive vreče in vreče, primerne za kompostiranje, skladne s standardom EN 13432.
Ta osnutek evropskega standarda se uporablja samo za vreče, vrečke in vrečke za smeti, ki se prvič uporabijo za zbiranje gospodinjskih odpadkov ali ločeno zbiranje gospodinjskih odpadkov.
OPOMBA: Zaradi uredniških razlogov sta izraza »vreča« in »vrečka« v tem dokumentu sinonima.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Feb-2017
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Aug-2017
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 01-Feb-2023
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2017
- Effective Date
- 04-Jun-2014
Overview
EN 13592:2017 (CEN) specifies types, requirements and test methods for plastics sacks, bags and bin liners used for household waste collection - including separate collection of biodegradable waste for organic recycling. The standard covers designations, dimensions, material identification and performance criteria to ensure sacks are fit for lifting, transport and disposal in municipal collection systems. Biodegradable/compostable sacks referenced here must also comply with EN 13432.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope and use: Applies only where the first intended use is household waste collection or selective household collection. It excludes liners used only to protect bins that are not lifted during emptying.
- Designation and dimensions: Defines how sacks are designated (use, dimensions in mm, type, polymer abbreviation, colour, nominal thickness Nt and reference to EN 13592). Useful width and length are measured and tolerances are specified.
- Types covered: Standard sacks, drawtight, T‑shirt, strap, four‑flap and star‑sealed sacks (list is illustrative, not exhaustive).
- Material identification: Requires polymer abbreviations per EN ISO 1043‑1 and declaration of nominal film thickness (Nt).
- Film thickness and tolerances: Thickness is measured and both individual and average tolerances are checked (methods include mechanical scanning and gravimetric technique).
- Opacity and leakage resistance: Opacity and leakage tests are specified to meet visibility and hygiene expectations for household refuse.
- Mechanical performance: Drop/impact resistance (drop tests with defined acceptance criteria and retesting procedure) and closing device/tie performance are required. Tensile strength of ties is specified (minimum tensile strength of ties: 40 N, with sampling rules).
- Testing conditions & sampling: Conditioning and testing atmospheres are defined (room temperature range recorded) and sampling procedures are given (Annex B). Test methods reference established standards (e.g., EN ISO 527, ISO 4593, EN ISO 7965‑2, EN 22248).
Applications and users
- Manufacturers of plastic film sacks and converters - for product specification, quality control and lab testing.
- Municipal waste authorities and service providers - to specify acceptable sacks for curbside and selective collection programs.
- Procurement teams - to write contract requirements that ensure compatibility with collection vehicles and handling systems.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies - to perform required mechanical, optical and compositional tests.
Related standards
- EN 13432 (compostability/biodegradability)
- EN ISO 527 series (tensile properties)
- ISO 4593 / ISO 4591 (film thickness)
- EN ISO 7965‑2 (sack drop test)
- EN 22248 (vertical impact test)
EN 13592:2017 helps align product performance, safety and recyclability expectations across Europe by defining clear, testable criteria for household waste sacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13592:2017 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics sacks for household waste collection - Types, requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, test methods and requirements for sacks, bags and bin liners, made from plastic films, used for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection including collection of biodegradable waste for organic recycling (biodegradation and composting). For the purpose of this European Standard biodegradable and compostable sacks, including ties if any, are those which comply with EN 13432. This European standard applies only to sacks, bags and bin liners for which the first use is for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection. NOTE For editorial reasons, in this document the terms "sack" and "bag" are synonymous.
This European Standard specifies the general characteristics, test methods and requirements for sacks, bags and bin liners, made from plastic films, used for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection including collection of biodegradable waste for organic recycling (biodegradation and composting). For the purpose of this European Standard biodegradable and compostable sacks, including ties if any, are those which comply with EN 13432. This European standard applies only to sacks, bags and bin liners for which the first use is for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection. NOTE For editorial reasons, in this document the terms "sack" and "bag" are synonymous.
EN 13592:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.030.40 - Installations and equipment for waste disposal and treatment; 55.080 - Sacks. Bags. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13592:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13592:2003+A1:2007/AC:2008, EN 13592:2003+A1:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Kunststoffsäcke für die Abfallsammlung aus Haushalten - Typen, Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenSacs en plastique pour la collecte des déchets ménagers - Types, exigences et méthodes d'essaiPlastics sacks for household waste collection - Types, requirements and test methods55.080Sacks. Bags13.030.40Naprave in oprema za odstranjevanje in obdelavo odpadkovInstallations and equipment for waste disposal and treatmentICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13592:2017SIST EN 13592:2017en,fr,de01-september-2017SIST EN 13592:2017SLOVENSKI
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Sampling . 28 Annex C (informative)
Template for reporting test results . 30 Annex D (informative)
Typical characteristics of biodegradable/compostable films for caddy liners . 34 Bibliography . 35 SIST EN 13592:2017
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7.1.3.3 Average values The arithmetic average value of the film thickness, calculated according to either 7.2.3.2 or 7.2.3.3, shall be: a) > Nt –5 %, when Nt > 20 m; b) > Nt –8 %, when Nt
¶ 20 m. 7.1.4 Opacity 7.1.4.1 General Unless otherwise specified, the individual and average values of the opacity shall be in accordance with 7.1.4.2 and 7.1.4.3. No defective sack shall be permitted out of 10 sacks (or strips) for individual values of each sack (or strip) and the average value of the 10 measurements when tested according to 7.2.4.1. SIST EN 13592:2017
¶ 55 % for household waste collection sacks; b)
· 45 % for household selective waste collection sacks. 7.1.4.3 Average value The arithmetic average value of the opacity calculated for 10 measurements shall be: a)
· 60 % for household waste collection sacks; b)
¶ 40 % for household selective waste collection sacks. 7.1.5 Resistance to leakage No defective sack shall be permitted out of five sacks when tested according to 7.2.5. 7.1.6 Drop impact resistance 7.1.6.1 Sacks for household waste collection No more than three defective sacks shall be permitted out of 20 sacks when tested according to 7.2.6. If this requirement is not satisfied, then 10 additional sacks shall be tested according to 7.2.6 and in total no more than five defective sacks out of the 30 sacks shall be permitted. 7.1.6.2 Sacks for selective waste collection Unless otherwise specified in an agreement between the supplier and the customer specifying different test loads, the test loads given in Table 2 shall be applied. No more than three defective sacks shall be permitted out of 20 sacks when tested according to 7.2.6. If this requirement is not satisfied, then 10 additional sacks shall be tested according to 7.2.6 and in total no more than five defective sacks out of the 30 sacks shall be permitted. 7.1.7 Resistance of the closing device 7.1.7.1 Tensile strength of ties For sacks provided with an integrated or added tie, the tensile strength of the tie when measured according to 7.2.7.1 shall not be less than 40 N. No more than one failure out of the 10 ties tested is permitted. When the ties are not integrated to the sacks, the number of ties shall not be less than the number of sacks. 7.1.7.2 Resistance of the closing system of drawtight sacks No more than two defective sacks out of 10 shall be permitted when tested according to 7.2.7.2. For sacks for selective waste collection if there is an agreement between the supplier and the customer specifying different test loads (see 7.1.6.2), these agreed test loads shall be applied. In the absence of an agreement between the supplier and the customer, the test loads according to Table 3 shall be applied. SIST EN 13592:2017
7.2.3.3 Gravimetric method Cut out one strip of (100 ± 0,5) mm width from each of the five sacks from Group V, in the transversal
direction and in the middle of the sack. Measure the length li of each strip by using the rule. Calculate the total length of the five strips, lt. Weigh together the five strips pt with the balance. Calculate the average value of the film thickness, t, by using the following formula: ttpltρ××=0001,01 where t is the average film thickness, in micrometres; lt is the total length of the five strips, in millimetres; pt is the weight
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is the density of the film material, expressed in grams per cubic centimetres. SIST EN 13592:2017
Key 1 variable power supply 2 photoelectric cell 3 plastic film test specimen 4 light meter 5 matt black base of (3 ± 0,5) cm thickness 6
matt black diagram of (1 ± 0,1) cm diameter Key 1 variable power supply 2 photoelectric cell 3 plastic film test specimen 4 light meter 5 matt black base
a) Reference apparatus b) Other apparatus Figure 1 — Typical apparatus for the control of opacity 7.2.4.1.3 Procedure This test shall be performed using 10 strips, 100 mm minimum wide, cut from each of the 10 sacks from Group I in the same way as for those for the thickness test, avoiding printed areas as far as possible. Turn on the light source and wait 5 min for the stabilization of the light. Set up the light, using the variable power supply, to an illuminance, as measured by the photo electric cell, such that lo = 1 000 lx. Place the test specimen with the inner side of the sack on the cell and record the illuminance of the transmitted light, l1, looking for: a) for household waste collection and pre-collection sacks, the lowest value over the entire area of the test specimen; b) for household selective waste collection sacks, the highest value over the entire area of the test specimen. Express the result as a percentage, rounded to the nearest integer. For example, for a value of 38,5 %, the result is 39 %. Repeat the procedure for each sack. SIST EN 13592:2017
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¶ 700 P > 520 or L > 700 Tap water 2 3 6 Mixture of water and saw dust (50/50 in volume) 2 3 6 7.2.5.2 Procedure When sacks are supplied with a tie sealed to the sack, the tie shall not be removed before performing this test. Pour into a sack 2 l, 3 l or 6 l of water, as applicable (see Table 1). Hang up the sack by the top to the support and monitor the sack for 5 min, for any evidence of leak. If a drop leaks within these 5 min, start counting the number of drops, n, escaping from the sack during 1 min: a) If n is less than or equal to 20, the sack is declared “conform”; b) If n is greater than 20, proceed with the second step, using the same sack. Prepare 2 l, 3 l or 6 l, as applicable (see Table 1) of the wet mixture, as defined in 7.2.5.1.3. Pour the volume of the wet mixture in the sack. Hang up the sack by the top to the support and monitor the sack for 5 min, for any evidence of leak. Count the number of drops, n, if any, escaping from the sack during 1 min. If n is less than or equal to 20, the sack passes is declared “conform”. If n is greater than 20 or if all water escaped during the first 5 min, the sack is declared “non-conform”. Repeat the procedure for each sack. SIST EN 13592:2017
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EN 13592:2017は、家庭用廃棄物収集に使用されるプラスチック製の袋、バンカーライナーの特性、試験方法、要件を明確に定義した欧州標準です。この標準は、家庭内の廃棄物収集や選別された廃棄物収集、特に生分解性廃棄物の有機リサイクル向けも含んでいます。そのため、家庭用廃棄物の処理における重要な役割を果たしています。 この標準の大きな強みは、袋やバンカーライナーに関する明確な要件を規定している点です。具体的には、EN 13432に準拠した生分解性および堆肥化可能な袋が含まれることが定義されています。これにより、環境に優しい選択肢を提供し、廃棄物の最終処理がより持続可能な形で行われることを促進します。 さらに、EN 13592:2017は家庭用廃棄物処理の初回使用に特化しているため、特定のニーズに応じた適切な基準を設けています。これにより、ユーザーが自分のニーズに合ったプラスチックサックを選ぶ際の信頼性が高まります。 この標準の適用範囲及び要件の明確化は、製造業者や消費者にとって非常に重要です。製品が品質基準を満たすことを保証すると同時に、適切な廃棄物管理に寄与します。このように、EN 13592:2017は、プラスチック製の袋を通じた家庭用廃棄物の効率的かつ環境に配慮した管理を支える重要な標準となっています。
EN 13592:2017 표준 문서는 가정용 쓰레기 수거를 위한 플라스틱 자루, 봉투 및 쓰레기통 라이너의 일반적인 특성, 시험 방법 및 요구 사항을 명시합니다. 이 표준은 가정용 쓰레기 수거 또는 유기성 재활용을 위한 생분해성 폐기물 수거를 포함한 가정용 선택적 쓰레기 수거에 사용되는 플라스틱 필름으로 만들어진 자루의 적용 범위를 정의합니다. 특히, EN 13432를 준수하는 생분해성 및 퇴비화가 가능한 자루에 대한 요구 사항을 포함하여, 이 표준은 플라스틱 자루의 품질과 안전성을 보장하는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 플라스틱 자루의 사용에 대한 명확한 기준을 설정함으로써, 생분해성과 관련된 여타 품질 기준을 통합하여, 환경 보호에 기여하는 동시에 사용자에게 신뢰할 수 있는 제품을 제공한다는 점입니다. 또한, 이 문서는 가정용 쓰레기 수거를 위해 최초 사용되는 자루, 봉투 및 라이너에만 적용되기 때문에, 소비자와 제조업체 모두에게 특정 용도를 위한 보다 불필요한 혼란을 줄여주는 장점을 지니고 있습니다. "자루"와 "봉투"라는 용어가 동의어로 사용되는 점 또한 문서 편집 시의 명확성을 더해주는 요소입니다. 결론적으로, EN 13592:2017 표준은 가정용 쓰레기 수거에 대한 품질 기준을 제시함으로써, 지속 가능한 쓰레기 관리 및 재활용을 위한 필수적인 기준을 제공하고 있습니다. 이는 환경 보호와 자원 재활용 측면에서 중요한 역할을 하며, 관련 업계에서의 널리 채택될 가능성을 제시합니다.
The EN 13592:2017 standard provides essential guidelines for the production and testing of plastic sacks designed for household waste collection. It covers the characteristics, requirements, and testing methods for these types of products, ensuring they meet specific performance measures for effectively managing waste. This standard emphasizes the need for quality and durability in the design of sacks, bags, and bin liners, which are critical for maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in waste disposal practices. One of the significant strengths of EN 13592:2017 is its comprehensive approach to defining plastic materials suitable for various forms of household waste collection, including biodegradable waste aimed at organic recycling. By detailing the requirements for biodegradable and compostable sacks in line with EN 13432, the standard encourages the integration of environmentally friendly materials into waste management solutions. The relevance of this standard is underscored by its focus on household waste collection, a crucial aspect of municipal waste management systems. As urban populations continue to grow, the effective collection and disposal of waste become paramount. This standard not only regulates the products used in these processes but also supports environmental sustainability initiatives, making it invaluable for manufacturers and municipal authorities alike. Overall, the EN 13592:2017 standard is integral in aligning waste collection practices with quality measures and environmental responsibilities, establishing a benchmark for the development and use of plastic sacks in household settings.










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